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  • … How to Identify Poison Ivy Poison ivy takes many forms, so it is particularly important for parents, camp counselors, hikers, gardeners, and anyone who enjoys the outdoors to become … trees, telephone poles, or even buildings in more rural areas. Urushiol, the resin responsible for producing allergic reactions in people, is present in every part of the plant. Rashes can … care must be taken not to spread the resin on clothing, tools, gloves, or garbage bags.   For information about identification and removal of poison ivy, as well as current herbicide …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … in Florida, suggests that the ghost orchid depends on fungi in the bark of its host tree for nutrition and to help carry out essential functions.    … in Florida, suggests that the ghost orchid depends on fungi in the bark of its host tree for nutrition and to help carry out essential functions.    …
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  • … integrifolium Rosinweed - JJB Spirea alba Meadowsweet - IR   Philip Juras’s Inspiration for Chiwaukee Prairie This painting records the last few moments of a July day when a dull, … integrifolium Rosinweed - JJB Spirea alba Meadowsweet - IR   Philip Juras’s Inspiration for Chiwaukee Prairie This painting records the last few moments of a July day when a dull, …
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  • … Board of Directors Please contact (847) 835-6839 for more information.     Officers Michael R. Zimmerman, Chair Lois L. Morrison, Vice Chair … Please contact (847) 835-6839 for more information.     Officers Michael R. Zimmerman, Chair Lois L. Morrison, Vice Chair …
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  • … lowest rate possible. Calcium magnesium acetate (CMA) is generally considered the best deicer for plants and from an environmental standpoint. But since high concentrations can reduce oxygen levels in waterways, use it carefully for managing snow on roads and bridges near waterways. Effective to temperatures as low as 15 … protect plants from salt-laden spray. Snow fences or burlap make effective seasonal barriers. For some, a screen of salt-tolerant plants is a more aesthetically pleasing option that needs to …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … landfills, and facilities that burn everyone’s trash are out-of-sight, out-of-mind topics for many. But, it all stays right here. On planet Earth. The amount of waste—including food … process. There are compost bins that sit on the ground and have slots in the sides for aeration and a lid to keep out animals. Or you can make your own three-sided bin out of … critters. The smaller particles create more surface area on which they can feed. I’m thankful for these tiny workers who are transforming my kitchen scraps into black gold. Think about doing …
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  • … long, gray neck; and black and white throat. The heron stares intently at the water waiting for the perfect time to strike a fish or frog with its long, daggerlike bill. Suddenly, the heron … to nest each year. A heron rookery can be a noisy, messy place with squawking young hollering for their dinner. When they see their parents return from their food-finding forays, the young …
    Type: Birding
  • … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or [email protected] for more detailed information. …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … are on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Event will occur rain or shine. For questions, please call (847) 835-5440. Tickets also available at the Visitor Center. …
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  • … cum laude in June 2023, studying under Koen Van Assche. Previously, Claire played carillon for five years at the University of Rochester, graduating in 2022 with a music and history double …
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